Peter Donohoe, the pianist on this album, is acclaimed for his musicianship, stylistic versatility, and commanding technique, and has performed with major orchestras worldwide.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire on March 3 and 4, 2019.
Compositional Technique
The Piano Sonata in A minor, K310, is one of only two of Mozart's piano sonatas that employ a minor key, making it a rare choice for him.
Composition History
The three sonatas on this album were composed during Mozart's ill-fated journey to Paris in 1777, where he hoped to secure a lucrative position.
Instruments
The recording features a C. Bechstein D282 Grand Piano, a modern concert grand piano.
Composition History
Mozart's mother fell ill and died in Paris on July 3, 1778, during his unsuccessful trip, adding to his professional disappointment.
Composer Biography
During his 1777 journey, Mozart became infatuated with 16-year-old soprano Aloysia Weber, who later became his sister-in-law when he married Constanze Weber.
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